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Mercury in Rice During Pregnancy Affects Baby's Health
NonToxCo Research
Science & Safety Team · 4/8/2026
Eating rice during pregnancy exposes you to mercury, and that exposure affects your baby.
Rice as a Mercury Source
A 2026 study linked maternal prenatal mercury exposure from rice to effects on infant health. Rice, especially from mercury-contaminated regions, is an underappreciated source of mercury for pregnant women who eat it as a dietary staple.
What You Can Do
Vary your grains during pregnancy. Rinse rice well. Choose rice from low-contamination sources. Browse non-toxic baby products for a safer pregnancy.
Source: Authors (2026).